2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor 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 197 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. 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 1970 Morris Minor. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 1970 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Pilot | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |