1974 AMC Matador vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 832 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Matador | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |