1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Renault 19 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 75 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
