1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 408 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
