2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. (377 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
