1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 524 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Bluebird | Vectra |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |