1974 Honda Z vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 766 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
