1987 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1981 Seat 131
To start off, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Seat 131. 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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | 1981 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | 300 ZX | 131 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
