1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1986 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1986 Nissan Prairie is newer by 13 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1986 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1485 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
