1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 33 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 969 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2776 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
