1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Bluebird | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
