1973 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | SP2 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
