2003 Acura CL vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX

To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Acura CL 1995 Nissan 100 NX
Make Acura Nissan
Model CL 100 NX
Year Released 2003 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3210 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1320 mm


 

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