2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
