1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1978 Toyota Starlet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 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 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
