1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 54 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1557 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Nissan Sports | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Routan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 859 cc | 3796 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3080 mm |