1973 Honda Z vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 19 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 570 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 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva 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, 1992 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Z | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
