1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 490 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
