2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 457 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
