1977 AMC Matador vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 895 kg more than 1964 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Matador | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
