2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Honda | Datsun |
| Model | Mobilio | 280Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1631 mm |
