1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 688 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |