2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
