1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |