1974 Honda Z vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1020 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
