2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ikon | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1135 kg |
