2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 347 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
