1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 225 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
