1972 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Toronado | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
