2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
