1978 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
