1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 19 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 65 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.
Because 1976 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Bluebird | 440 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
