1972 Honda Z vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 564 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z. 1989 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Santana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
