1971 Honda Z vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 932 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z. 2010 Nissan Quest 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. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
