1973 Honda 145 vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 581 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | 145 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
