Elantra vs 280ZX
Hyundai · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
280ZX
Beats the Elantra by 0.01s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 280ZX beats the Elantra by a hair, finishing 0.01 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 280ZX thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
147 hp
145 hp
0–100 km/h
9.5s
9.5s
Top speed
200 km/h
205 km/h
Engine
2.0L,4-CYLINDER,INLINE-4(I4)
2.8L Inline-6
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
210 Nm
Price
$18,400
$35,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Elantra
280ZX
100 m
7.679s
7.699s
1/8 mile
11.325s
11.340s
1/4 mile
16.967s
16.957s
1 km
30.191s
30.050s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Elantra is $18,400 vs $35,000 for the 280ZX — a $16,600 gap. Top speed: 280ZX runs to 205 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Elantra.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Elantra or the 280ZX?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 280ZX is faster, beating the Elantra by 0.01 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Elantra vs the 280ZX?
The Elantra hits 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds, while the 280ZX does it in 9.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Elantra produces 147 hp; the 280ZX produces 145 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Elantra tops out at 200 km/h, and the 280ZX reaches 205 km/h.
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