1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 35 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1972 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 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Bluebird | V50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |