1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Bluebird | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |
