1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 389 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.
Because 1994 Plymouth Prowler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Prowler |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3518 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |