1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 ZX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
