1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 365 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |