1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | R-100 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
