1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2446 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |