1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 21 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prairie | Gol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
