1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |