2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1994 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
