1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 900 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Antara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
