2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 146 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 876 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 1989 Honda Accord. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
