1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1997 Nissan 400 R and 1997 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan 400 R | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 R | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 126 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |