1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 234 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Polo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |