1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 14 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1975 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Cortina | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
