1976 Datsun 260Z vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Datsun 260Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 260Z. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun 260Z has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun 260Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun 260Z | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Datsun | Holden |
| Model | 260Z | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2581 mm | 2830 mm |
