1993 Rover 100 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 100 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
