1974 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
