1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
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1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 ZX | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |