2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado 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 121 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 940 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Odyssey | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
