1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 14 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1985 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Bluebird | Carlton |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |