2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Odyssey | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |