1977 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
