1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1978 Volvo 343
To start off, 1978 Volvo 343 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 343 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 343. (109 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1978 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | 343 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
