2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 825 kg more than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
