1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 10 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 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 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 260Z | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
