1970 Honda Z vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1982 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Z | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
