1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1136 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3699 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
