2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1964 Rover P5 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 1964 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1964 Rover P5 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Odyssey | P5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |