1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 402 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Tundra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3710 mm |