1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 48 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 625 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 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Touran |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |