1992 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 272 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | GTI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1469 mm |
