2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 951 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Nitro | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |