1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 34 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
