1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 145 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
