1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 18 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 300 ZX | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
