1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 39 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
