1999 Honda Today vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Datsun 280Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1978 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Honda | Datsun |
| Model | Today | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1631 mm |
