1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 279 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |