1991 Nissan Presea vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 341 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea. 1998 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Presea | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Presea | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |