1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1354 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 NX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1928 mm |
