2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 491 kg more than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
