1999 Ford Ka vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka 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 82 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ka | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
