1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1966 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Camry |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |