2000 Nissan Pickup vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2000 Nissan Pickup is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 2000 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 2000 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Pickup | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pickup | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
