2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 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 (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 1974 Porsche 914. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Odyssey | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
