2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 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 186 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Pilot | 305 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
