1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 300 ZX | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
