2004 Nissan Titan vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
