2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 937 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 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 | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
