1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 39 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Dacia |
| Model | Bluebird | Logan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
