2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 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 STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | STS | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
