1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
