1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 435 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 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 1994 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |