1995 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |