2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 504 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Odyssey 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make Honda Toyota
Model Odyssey Corolla
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1407 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2340 mm


 

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