1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 20 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, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
