1973 Honda Z vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 730 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
