1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1977 Renault 14 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. 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 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1977 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 14 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
