1977 Buick Estate vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1970 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Estate | Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
