1970 Audi Variant vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
