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Nissan Bluebird U11 1.8 (90 Hp)
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Nissan Bluebird:
The Nissan Bluebird is a compact car produced between 1955 and 2007 with a model name introduced in 1957. It was Nissan's most internationally recognized sedan, known for its dependability and durability in multiple body styles. The Bluebird originated from Nissan's first vehicles, dating to the early 1900s, and its traditional competitor became the Toyota Corona. The Bluebird was positioned to compete with the Corona, as the Corona was developed to continue offering a sedan used as a taxi since the Toyota Crown was growing in size. Every generation of the Bluebird has been available as a taxi, duties that are shared with base level Nissan Cedrics. It is one of the longest-running nameplates from a Japanese automaker. It spawned most of Nissan's products sold internationally, and has been known by a number of different names and bodystyles, including the Auster/Stanza names....(Read more on Wikipedia)
U11 Overview:
Nissan Bluebird (U11). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1070 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Bluebird U11 was produced before the establishment of Euro NCAP (1997) and modern safety testing protocols. As such, it lacks contemporary safety features like airbags, advanced crumple zones, and electronic stability control, common in newer vehicles.
1.8 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and city commutes, but can feel strained on highways or during overtaking maneuvers. Power delivery is smooth for a carburetted engine.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for its era, with the carburettor system not being the most efficient. Regular tuning is essential to maintain optimal consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable powertrains (for its era)
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for a family sedan
- • Good ride quality, absorbing road imperfections well
- • Practical and functional design
- • Generally good value for money on the used market
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Uninspired styling, quite conservative
- • Some engines can feel underpowered, especially the diesel
- • Handling is competent but not engaging
- • Carburettor engines require more maintenance
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(910: 1982 - 1984).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Bluebird |
| Generation: | U11 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 49.8 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CA18S More details about the engine CA18S |
| Engine displacement: | 1809 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1070 |
| Max. weight: | 1675 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 605 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 507 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 535 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 50 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4360 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1400 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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