1978 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Datsun 260Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Plymouth | Datsun |
Model | Trail Duster | 260Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |