1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 976 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
