1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 300 ZX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
