1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Typhoon | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |
