1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 51 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), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 543 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Bora |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
