1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 151 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
