1979 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan 260 ZX has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 260 ZX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
