2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon 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) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 461 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Odyssey | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
