2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 104 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
