1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
