1978 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet El Camino (350 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1990 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. 1978 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet El Camino | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | El Camino | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 279 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
