2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
