1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Sedan | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
