2004 Holden UTE vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden UTE | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | UTE | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |