1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1984 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 25 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
