1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 790 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
