1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
