1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 283 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |