1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige 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 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | 100 NX | Exige |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1158 mm |
