2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 434 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | 100 NX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |