1999 Honda Z vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 570 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 2009 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
