1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 16 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 459 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2971 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |