1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Passat |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |
