1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1124 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 2013 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Titan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3550 mm |
