1972 Honda Z vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 20 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1055 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
