2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona 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 174 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 Toyota Corona. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |