2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Rover P5B

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Pilot 1970 Rover P5B
Make Honda Rover
Model Pilot P5B
Year Released 2009 1970
Engine Size 3471 cc 3528 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2820 mm