2007 Acura TSX vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
