1970 Honda Z vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 930 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Z | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
