1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 17 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 550 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Beijing | Nissan |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
