1999 Honda Z vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | City |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
