1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 582 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan Bluebird | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Bluebird | Volare |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |