1992 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 119 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
