1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 510 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 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager 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 Voyager | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2501 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |