1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 12 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 134 more horse power than 2002 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 640 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 300 ZX | Speedster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |