1978 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 561 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
