1974 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 49 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
