2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1989 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 168 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Odyssey 1989 Toyota Camry
Make Honda Toyota
Model Odyssey Camry
Year Released 2007 1989
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3469 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 244 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 78 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1418 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2610 mm


 

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