1972 AMC Matador vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 1 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 637 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
