2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 36 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
