1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 462 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
