1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 59 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Camaro 2009 Honda Odyssey
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Odyssey
Year Released 1968 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 155 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1402 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L


 

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