2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Q7 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |