1970 Honda Z vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 39 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 926 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1970 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
