1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
