1989 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 300 ZX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
