1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1969 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1969 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
