1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2480 mm |
