2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter 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 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 154 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
