2006 Lexus IS vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1993 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, both vehicles can yield 376 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
