1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 39 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 399 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
