1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 36 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 414 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, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bluebird | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
