1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 30 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 824 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4565 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
