1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
