1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1980 Toyota Cressida is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Toyota Cressida (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Bluebird | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Cressida |
Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |