2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 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 153 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 699 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. 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 1976 Renault 20. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1976 Renault 20 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Pilot | 20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1645 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |