1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
