1985 Nissan AZ-1 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1985 Nissan AZ-1 and 1985 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 (195 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1985 Nissan AZ-1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 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, 1985 Nissan AZ-1 (277 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm). This means 1985 Nissan AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan AZ-1 | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | AZ-1 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
