1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
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 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Mustang | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
