1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 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 77 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 100 NX | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 100 NX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
