1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 864 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3246 mm |