2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 19 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 743 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
