1974 Honda Z vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1978 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Nissan Laurel 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 1978 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1978 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
