1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 43 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 582 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | S60 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
