1970 Nissan President vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
