280ZX vs Elantra
Nissan · Hyundai
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
145 hp
147 hp
0–100 km/h
9.5s
9.5s
Top speed
205 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
2.8L Inline-6
2.0L,4-CYLINDER,INLINE-4(I4)
Fuel
Petrol
Hybrid
Torque
210 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$35,000
$18,400
Simulated race times
Distance
280ZX
Elantra
100 m
7.699s
7.679s
1/8 mile
11.340s
11.325s
1/4 mile
16.957s
16.967s
1 km
30.050s
30.191s
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 280ZX or the Elantra?
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 280ZX vs the Elantra?
The 280ZX hits 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds, while the Elantra does it in 9.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 280ZX produces 145 hp; the Elantra produces 147 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 280ZX tops out at 205 km/h, and the Elantra reaches 200 km/h.
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