1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 401 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
