1979 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1111 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.
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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |