1990 Nissan Presea vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volkswagen 1302 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Presea | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Presea | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
