1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
