2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia 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 170 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 556 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
