1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 610 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 RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
