1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bluebird | Toronado |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |