1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 324 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Beetle |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |