2012 Nissan Titan vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Titan | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Titan | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2480 mm |
