1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 100 NX | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 100 NX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
