1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 30 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 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Bluebird | Neon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
