2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 14 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
