1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Grand Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 512 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
