2003 Honda Z vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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 Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Presea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
