1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 41 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1891 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | 1300 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 95 L |
