1973 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
