1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
