2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1975 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1975 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
