1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 19 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 60 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Bluebird | 400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
