1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 395 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2488 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1290 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |