1982 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Nissan | Avanti |
Model | Bluebird | Avanti |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |