2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
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 Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 169 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet 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 1973 Nissan Violet. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
