1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 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 Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Cresta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |