1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
