1973 Honda Z vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 29 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 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1205 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Villager |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 3274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
