1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 484 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 211 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2578 mm |
