1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 140 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 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | 1300 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2736 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |