2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Pilot | S600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
