2004 Ford Maverick vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 28 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 351 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
