1970 Honda Z vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1984 Lada Niva is newer by 14 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 634 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 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva 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, 1984 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Z | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
