2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 388 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Century. 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 (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1987 Toyota Century | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |