1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 205 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
