1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 970 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |