1989 Holden Barina vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 19 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 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2430 mm |
