1970 Honda Z vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1281 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda Z | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Z | Voyager |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |