1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E is newer by 12 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Tata E. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | 300 ZX | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
