1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 116 kg more than 1972 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
