1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 1974 Datsun 260Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Caprice | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
