1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 40 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 691 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Venza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
