1999 Honda Z vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Model F |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
