2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 898 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Mark LT | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2530 mm |