1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
