1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1065 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 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |