1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 664 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
