1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
Because 1987 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Vanette |
Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1952 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2080 mm |