1971 Honda Z vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Z | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
