1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 38 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 823 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2300 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |
