1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 40 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 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 481 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Camry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
