1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 611 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
