1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1964 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Bluebird | S60 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1630 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 |