1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 100 NX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
