1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1996 Proton Tiara is newer by 24 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 13 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Proton Tiara. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Bluebird | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
