2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 174 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 314 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |