2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
