2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 174 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Odyssey | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
