1973 Honda Z vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z | 88 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
