2002 Honda Z vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
