1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 192 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1978 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Chevette | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
