1976 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 976 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.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 260 ZX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |