2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu U4 B would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 749 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | U4 B | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
