2003 Lexus GX vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2003 Lexus GX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 539 kg more than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GX | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
