1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
