2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 366 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
