1972 Honda Z vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 kg more than 1972 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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
