1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Toronado | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 79 L |