2004 Honda Z vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
