2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |