2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Odyssey | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
