1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 380 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
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 LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | LeSabre | 260Z |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2581 mm |