1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 55 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 575 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 860 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |