2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri 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 146 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 893 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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 1973 Ford Capri. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1973 Ford Capri | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |