1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 57 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 791 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Nissan Sports | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 859 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2604 mm |