1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra is newer by 24 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 183 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, 1994 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
