1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1308 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | 1300 | Acadia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |