1999 Acura SLX vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 1999 Acura SLX has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura SLX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Acura SLX | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | SLX | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2510 mm |