2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 461 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
