1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 100 NX | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
