1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 432 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1516 mm |
