2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
