1972 Honda Z vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 35 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Z | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
