1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 260Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | Skylark | 260Z |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |