2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Navigator | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Navigator | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2592 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |