2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 13 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Frontera | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Frontera | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |