1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
