1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
