1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1016 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |