2008 Mazda 3 vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 3 | 100 NX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |