1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1968 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2004 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Bluebird | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Caldina |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |