1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
