1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Nissan Cedric (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
