1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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 53 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 ZX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
