2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
