1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1982 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda 1300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1982 Nissan Pulsar (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1982 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1488 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2420 mm |
