1993 Nissan Presea vs. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1993 Nissan Presea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Presea weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1993 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Presea | 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Presea | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |