1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 200 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 ZX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
