1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 20 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 655 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
