2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
