1977 Subaru Rex vs. 1977 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1977 Subaru Rex and 1977 Datsun 260Z were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 565 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. 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 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Subaru Rex | 1977 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Subaru | Datsun |
Model | Rex | 260Z |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 490 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2310 mm |