2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 15 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
