1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2250 mm |
