1986 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Starion | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1135 kg |
