1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 503 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Skyline | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
