1973 Honda Z vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 1986 Volvo 740 is newer by 13 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 740 weights approximately 750 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 1986 Volvo 740 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 1986 Volvo 740. 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, 1986 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Z | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
