1999 Honda Z vs. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 372 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 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. 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, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
