2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 167 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 552 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Odyssey | Familia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |