1971 Honda Z vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z. 1986 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Z | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
