1990 Ford Probe vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe, 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
