1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 340 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.
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 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | 1300 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |