1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 27 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 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Bluebird | 75 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
