1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 185 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2694 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |