2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 17 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 672 more horse power than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lotec | Nissan |
Model | C 1000 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |