2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 247 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 1971 Jensen SP 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 1971 Jensen SP. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Odyssey | SP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
