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Nissan Bluebird Sylphy I 1.8i (115 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
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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)
Sylphy I Overview:
Nissan Bluebird (Sylphy I). With 163 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). Weighing only 1270 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.2 s). The top speed reaches 180 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.
1.8i (115 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance, though the 4x4 system slightly impacts acceleration compared to FWD variants.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption due to the added weight and drivetrain losses of the 4x4 system.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable QG/QR series engines
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Spacious interior for its class, especially rear legroom
- • Good fuel economy with smaller engine variants
- • Practical and easy to maintain
Cons:
- • Uninspired and conservative exterior styling
- • Some automatic variants, especially smaller engines, can feel underpowered
- • CVT transmission can be polarizing for some drivers
- • Safety features are basic by modern standards
- • Interior materials are functional but not premium
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(U14: 1998 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Bluebird |
| Generation: | Sylphy I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8i (115 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 65 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 163 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | QG18DE [Same engine] More details about the engine QG18DE |
| Engine displacement: | 1769 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5-12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5-8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11 kg/Hp, 90.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1270 |
| Max. weight: | 1545 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4470 mm mm [95mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2535 mm mm [65mm less] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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