1978 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1974 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | Regal | 260Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |