1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 614 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
