1974 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 341 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | K 70 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
