1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 28 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 ZX | i30 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
