1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 315 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, 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, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |
