1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo 120 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
