1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 654 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |
