2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
