1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 839 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |