2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-150 | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | E-150 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 234 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |