2001 Honda Z vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, both 2001 Honda Z and 2001 Opel Frogster were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frogster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frogster (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Frogster (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frogster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Z | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Z | Frogster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |