1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 563 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Bluebird | Volare |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
