1974 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Fairlady | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Fairlady | ZDX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |