1973 Honda Z vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 560 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 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
