1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 32 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 909 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 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Murano |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3507 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |