1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1060 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3471 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
