2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 462 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Datsun |
| Model | Hilux | 240Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
