1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Step Wagon | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |