1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |