1970 Honda Z vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 25 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 685 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
