1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
