1989 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Nissan 300 ZX and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, 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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan 300 ZX | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | 300 ZX | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |