2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra 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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |