2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 464 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Odyssey | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
