1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 438 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2578 mm |
