2007 Kia Magentis vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. Both 2007 Kia Magentis and 1992 Nissan 100 NX are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 348 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Magentis | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
