1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 260Z | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2581 mm | 2740 mm |
