1989 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
