2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
