1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 613 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | CC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
