2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
