2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 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 147 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 930 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 56 L |
