1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1559 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | 1300 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 98 L |
