1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. Both 1988 Nissan 300 ZX and 1999 Vauxhall Omega are equipped with a 2,960 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | 300 ZX | Omega |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |