1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
