1988 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1294 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
