1978 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3000 mm |