2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 12 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 53 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
