2012 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1081 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Touareg | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2660 mm |
