1970 Nissan President vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
