1995 Nissan Sentra vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Sentra | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Parati |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
