2000 Nissan Pickup vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 2000 Nissan Pickup is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Datsun 260Z.
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 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup. 1976 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Pickup | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Datsun |
| Model | Pickup | 260Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
