1980 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun 280Z has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun 280Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | Electra | 280Z |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2304 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |