1976 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 25 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 31 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 260 ZX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
