1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 38 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 305 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2673 mm |
