1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |
