1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 27 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura EL weights approximately 149 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, 1999 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Bluebird | EL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
