1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Bluebird | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1940 mm |
