2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 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 (328 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
