2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 842 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Odyssey | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |