1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 575 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Land Rover Serie II | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Serie II | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
