1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 39 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1583 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | 1300 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2901 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |