2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 850 kg more than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |
