1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 25 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | 260 ZX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
