1978 Toyota Century vs. 1974 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Toyota Century 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Datsun 260Z. 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Century | 1974 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Toyota | Datsun |
Model | Century | 260Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2581 mm |