1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 920 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 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
