1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 216 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
