1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 245 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, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
