1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 7 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 860 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1300 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4129 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3030 mm |