1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 920 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2850 mm |
