2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 151 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
