2005 Honda Z vs. 1974 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1974 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
