1984 Toyota Soarer vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1984 Toyota Soarer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Soarer | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Toyota | Datsun |
Model | Soarer | 260Z |
Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |