1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 107 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Copperhead | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |