1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 889 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
