1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 945 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 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
