1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
