1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1977 Triumph TR7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
