2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan 260 ZX has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | LR2 | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |