1975 Honda Z vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
