2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 112 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
