1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 300 ZX | 75 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
