2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 200 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 816 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
