1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1300 | Bora |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2324 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |