1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2958 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |