1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1380 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |