1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 305 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 211 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
