2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen 1302 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 271 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1566 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| 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 | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 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 |
