1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 482 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |