2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |
