1999 Honda Z vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
