1986 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 300 ZX | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
