2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2060 mm |
