1978 Buick Estate vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 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 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Estate | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |