1994 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 ZX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
