2002 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 26 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 446 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |