1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 442 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Pontiac | Datsun |
Model | Firebird | 260Z |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |