2005 Honda That vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Datsun 260Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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, 1978 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Honda | Datsun |
| Model | That | 260Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2581 mm |
