2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1985 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Horizon 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 179 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 376 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 1985 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Odyssey | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
