2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2610 mm |
