1970 Honda Z vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 24 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 715 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Z | 400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
