1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 304 kg more than 1967 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Bluebird | Torana |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
