1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
