1983 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 169 kg more than 1983 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 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
