1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 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 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 35 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1269 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |