2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 59 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
