1975 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 658 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
