2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Model F |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
