1972 Honda Z vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 36 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 822 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.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
