1979 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
