1961 Toyota Corona vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Corona | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Datsun |
| Model | Corona | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
