1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 100 NX | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 NX | 405 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
