1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 34 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1449 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5556 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |
