1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 17 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), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 374 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 NX | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
