1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Bluebird | Corona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |