1998 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Navara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |