2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Honda | Avanti |
Model | Odyssey | Avanti |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |