1975 Volvo 260 vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
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 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 260 | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Volvo | Datsun |
| Model | 260 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
