1973 Honda 145 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1067 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3000 mm |
