1988 Venturi Coupe vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 12 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 49 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Venturi Coupe | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Venturi | Datsun |
| Model | Coupe | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2304 mm |
