2010 Honda Pilot vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Pilot | 1971 Ford Escort | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Escort |
Year Released | 2010 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2400 mm |