1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Calais | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
