1974 Honda Z vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 38 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1522 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 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z. 2012 Nissan Navara 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. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Z | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Navara |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3210 mm |