1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Bluebird | 504 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |