2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1978 Datsun 260Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
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2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Land Rover | Datsun |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 260Z |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2638 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4783 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2743 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |