1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 22 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2779 mm |
