2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 16 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 71 kg more than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Optra | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
