2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 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 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 869 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR6. 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 Triumph TR6. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Pilot | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
