1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 8 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
