2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F 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 165 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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 1985 Toyota Model F. 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Model F 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 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
