1975 Honda Z vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 785 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
