1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
