1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1994 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1994 Venturi Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Venturi Coupe.
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, 1994 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1994 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Nissan | Venturi |
Model | 300 ZX | Coupe |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |