1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 745 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 ZX | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2893 mm |
