1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 20 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1992 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan 100 NX | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | T5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
