1999 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |