2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1968 Steyr 650T

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Pilot 1968 Steyr 650T
Make Honda Steyr
Model Pilot 650T
Year Released 2008 1968
Engine Size 3471 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 244 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 1850 mm