1984 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |