1972 Honda Z vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1580 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Z | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Z | Sedona |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |