1986 AC Ace vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
