1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 33 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 635 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 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | 1300 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
