1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 901 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Nissan Bluebird 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model Bluebird Voyager
Year Released 1970 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2880 mm