1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 300 ZX | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |