1989 Nissan Patrol vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 615 kg more than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Patrol | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
