1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 100 NX | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | 100 NX | L |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
