1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 232 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fairlady | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
