1984 Audi 200 vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
