1995 Nissan Crew vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1995 Nissan Crew is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Crew weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Crew | 1969 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Crew | 1302 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |