1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
