1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 19 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 100 NX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
