2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |