1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 460 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 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
