1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 966 kg more than 1970 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
