1995 Nissan Presea vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 216 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Nissan Presea 2011 Volkswagen Golf
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Presea Golf
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1346 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2578 mm


 

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