1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
