1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Renault | Datsun |
| Model | Super 5 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
