2004 MG ZS vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 165 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, 2004 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | ZS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
