1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Volvo 240 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Bluebird | 240 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |