1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 31 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 654 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | V70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
