1973 Honda Z vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 37 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Z | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3078 mm |
