2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 46 L |
