1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 702 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
