1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Indigo | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
