1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. 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 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Bluebird | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
