1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Bluebird | 504D |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
