1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 22 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 94 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan Bluebird | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Bluebird | 480 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |