2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic 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) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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 1979 Honda Civic. 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 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |