1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 179 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Bluebird | Neon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
