1975 Honda Z vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 675 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
