1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | Titan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
