1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 399 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan.
Because 1972 Chrysler Sedan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sedan | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3000 mm |
