1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 25 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 125 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
