1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 101 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | 1300 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1590 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |