1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 720 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3678 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2700 mm |