1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
