2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 18 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | K2700 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2960 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
