1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 688 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 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
