1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 414 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. 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 1977 Nissan Violet. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Violet | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
