1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 179 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3455 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
