1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 624 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford 2000 has manual transmission. 1977 Ford 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 2000 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
