1979 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |