2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 53 more horse power than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 659 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1987 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Pilot | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
