1998 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
