1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 224 kg more than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
