2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 16 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
