1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 759 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 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3278 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 73 L |
