1988 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 232 kg more than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
