1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 15 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. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1988 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 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | 300 ZX | Altea |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |