1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 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, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Bluebird | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Bluebird | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |