2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 158 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
