1970 Honda Z vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 543 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.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
