1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 209 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura 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 | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | 100 NX | Aura |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
