1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 21 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 205 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
