1978 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 260 ZX | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
