1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 28 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 845 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | 1300 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3798 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |