1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 28 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 850 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 1300 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3348 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2850 mm |