1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 857 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | RX-4 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
