2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
