1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1979 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, both 1979 Nissan 260 ZX and 1979 Vauxhall Chevette were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Chevette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 1979 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | 260 ZX | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
