2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Razor | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
