1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
