1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |