1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corona 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Corona |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |