1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 is newer by 14 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, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 11 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
