1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 38 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), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
