1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Highlander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |