1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
