1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 13 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, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 96 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 NX | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
