1987 Buick Regal vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 17 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 440 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |