2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Odyssey | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |