1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |