1974 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Bora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
