1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 38 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |
