2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |