1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 26 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 770 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |