2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1994 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1994 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
