1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 827 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 211 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
