1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 261 kg more than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | 300 ZX | EX |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2799 mm |