1974 Honda Z vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1005 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z. 2010 Mercury Mariner 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. 2010 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2619 mm |
