1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 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 100 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 100 NX | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
