1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 246 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
