1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 40 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 317 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Bluebird | T5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3410 mm |