1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 29 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 795 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
