1975 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1975 Chevrolet Corvette and 1975 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 280Z. 1975 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 1975 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1975 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Corvette | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2304 mm |
