1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 109 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
