1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1147 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Z | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |