1978 Datsun 280Z vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 910 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Datsun 280Z | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Datsun | Nissan |
| Model | 280Z | Titan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1304 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1631 mm | 2019 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2304 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
