1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 117 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Chevelle | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |