1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 41 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1574 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 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Armada |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5600 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 106 L |