1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century 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 71 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 151 kg more than 1982 Toyota Century. 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 1982 Toyota Century. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1982 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |