1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 810 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2910 mm |
