1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 930 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Hilux |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3090 mm |