1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 34 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5326 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
