1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 29 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 37 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 74 kg more than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | 300 ZX | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2911 mm |