1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
