1995 Acura Legend vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1992 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 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | Legend | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |