1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 260 ZX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
