A look at the Honda VTEC

Honda is a Japanese automobile manufacturer that emerged after the end of the

Second World War. Honda entered the Indian market about 15 years ago.

back and from the word go; certainly left a mark on the indian

buyers. His model, the Honda City Zx, was a great success and

surpassed above other cars of the same genre.

Come 2009 and Honda has launched a V tec model to replace the urban

ZX. The car has a similar platform as the previous car, but there is a change.

in its dynamics and engine performance. The car’s engine is more refined.

and produces 100 hp, which is a bit lower than the previous model, but

in no way does this detract from its overall performance.

The model in terms of appearance is different from the previous dolphin.

form. However, the changes are only to the front grille and hood, but

these distinguish the vehicle from the previous model. honda does not have

changed the engine displacement remaining at 1497 cc. But it has

It has SOHC (single overhead camshaft) configuration. This has its benefits

as the new Honda generates 100bhp at 5800rpm. with a maximum

a torque of 13.5 kgm at 4800 rpm makes for a reasonable drive.

Air bags and EBD are standard. The car also has Electronic Power

Steering that makes the car easy to drive on the road. what’s more

has a leather gear knob, parking brake handle and a new generation

CD player. The VTEC sports 15-inch alloy wheels. But the tires that

The setting may need to be wider, especially in case you drive on hills and

curves.

The car’s gear ratios are good and the engine feels powerful.

along with the economy. Car engine efficiency can be measured

for the fact that the car can reach 100 km per hour only in the second

gear. This can give the driver a feeling of optimal power and makes

great handling on the highway. With all four standard disc brakes

the car also offers good road holding.

The car is more expensive than the previous model, but the Honda name carries it

through and the buyer has the feeling of buying a car that is worth his

worth. However, in 2021, Honda faces stiff competition with a slew of cars released that have taken the edge off the Honda VTEC. It will be interesting to see how Honda tackles the new challenge.