2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel 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 174 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
