1973 Honda 145 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 40 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2857 mm |
