1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2000 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2000 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 27 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1065 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 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2000 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | 1300 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
