1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 985 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 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 905 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 |