1996 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 790 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1971 Honda Z | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |