1976 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 246 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 260 ZX | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
