1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1219 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | 1300 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 93 L |